Crafting & Coffee with Amy Latta Creations
30 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratingsI'm sharing my favorite products, tips, and techniques for all kinds of crafting. Join me!
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Creativity: It's Good for the Heart
February 10, 2022 19:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBFind out why Creativity is so important for your heart, your mind, and your whole body! Check out my brand new book, Practice Makes Progress: My Creative Journal, here: https://www.amylattacreations.com/practice-makes-progress-my-creative-journal
Spring Cleaning Your Craft Room: 4 Easy Steps
March 10, 2021 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBHere are 4 easy steps to help you spring clean and reorganize your craft room! No matter how big or small your space is, or where in the house it's located, these tips will help you have a neater, more inspiring workspace in no time.
Craft Room Organization: The DreamBox
February 27, 2021 16:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBFind out what the DreamBox is, what it does, and why you might need one in your life! https://www.createroom.com/?ref=Gd4Rx
TikTok: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
February 07, 2021 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBMy experiences as a creator on the TikTok app: what's good about it, what's bad, and what's ugly, plus what really happens when you go viral.
Beating Pandemic Fatigue
November 04, 2020 18:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBWe all feel it. We're exhausted by all the ways our lives have changed during this pandemic and desperate for a light at the end of the tunnel. Here are three tips to combat Pandemic Fatigue and help you find a little cheer as we approach the holiday season!
Art at Home: Still Life
September 10, 2020 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBLearn how to choose and arrange objects for a great Still Life photo, painting, or drawing. Great for artists of all ages, including kids doing virtual or home learning!
Art at Home: Realism
September 08, 2020 19:00 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MBHere is a fun and quick lesson and project idea for creating a project in the style of Realism. It can be adapted for artists of all ages, including kids who are doing homeschool or distance learning this year!
7 Ways to Spread Creative Kindness in a Pandemic
April 26, 2020 20:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBHere are 7 ways to use your creativity to spread kindness, hope, and cheer during the coronavirus crisis.
To Make It or to Buy It: That is the Question
February 28, 2020 01:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIf you're a creative person, you probably are all too familiar with "I-can-make-that-itis." How do you know when you should make something yourself or when it's best just to buy it? Here are four questions I ask myself to help me decide!
Finding a Work/Life Balance
October 28, 2019 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBFor those of us who work from home, it can be a real challenge finding and maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Here are my top 5 tips for keeping your business and your personal life on track.
Finding a Work/Life Balance
October 28, 2019 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBFor those of us who work from home, it can be a real challenge finding and maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Here are my top 5 tips for keeping your business and your personal life on track.
Pen & Paper vs. Digital Hand Lettering
May 21, 2019 18:00 - 33 minutes - 15.4 MBWhich is better, hand lettering with pen and paper, or doing it digitally? I think the answer is...YES! Let's talk about the advantages and disadvantages of each option, as well as what supplies you need.
Teaching a Creative Workshop
May 02, 2019 17:00 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MBHave a skill you'd love to share with others? Learn how to turn your passion and knowledge into a workshop format that successfully teaches your skill to an audience.
Introduction to Coworking: What, Why, & How
April 08, 2019 04:00 - 19 minutes - 8.88 MBLearn how Coworking can help you in your business and how to get started!
Cultivating Your Brand
March 22, 2019 04:00 - 20 minutes - 9.29 MBWhether you are a blogger, an Etsy seller, or any other type of creative entrepreneur, asking these three questions will help you cultivate your unique brand.
The Dangers of Perfectionism to Creatives
March 02, 2019 05:00 - 20 minutes - 9.63 MBPerfectionism, or "not-good-enough-itis" poses three important dangers to creatives. It keeps us from trying, keeps us from finishing, and keeps us from sharing. So what do we do to stop it?
Where's Your Eraser?
February 07, 2019 05:00 - 22 minutes - 10.2 MBToday, I'm sharing about the most important tool I use, both in art and in life!
The Top 5 Hand Lettering Mistakes {& how to fix them!}
January 22, 2019 05:00 - 24 minutes - 11.1 MBJoin me as I talk about the five most common mistakes I see folks make when I teach hand lettering workshops. Then, we'll learn how easy they are to fix!
Getting Started with Bible Journaling
January 15, 2019 05:00 - 21 minutes - 10.1 MBFind out what supplies you need to get started with Bible Journaling!
How a Book is Born
December 12, 2018 18:00 - 26 minutes - 12.4 MBA behind the scenes look at the process of creating my hand lettering books.
The Comparison Game
November 27, 2018 16:00 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MBThere's a game we play that no one ever wins. Let's put a stop to it once and for all!
What to Do When You Lose Your Creative Mojo
November 14, 2018 16:00 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MBAll of us have been in dry spells creatively; here are four tips you can use to help you get out of a rut and feeling inspired again!
Decorating a Personal AND Pinterest-worthy Christmas Tree
November 05, 2018 05:00 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBEvery year, I'm asked about how I decorate my Christmas tree and manage to use personal ornaments while still creating a "Pinterest perfect" effect. I'm sharing my favorite tree tips today to help you create your own perfect Christmas tree!
Furniture Makeovers 101
October 29, 2018 04:00 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBHave you ever wondered how to transform your furniture or to give new life to a piece you found at the thrift shop? We'll cover the why and how of upcycling furniture as well as a supply list of everything you'll need. Get ready for a fun and simple project that anyone can do!
Little Crafter's Thoughts on Express Yourself
October 23, 2018 04:00 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBI've got a very special guest, my 10 year old son "Little Crafter," who helped inspire my hand lettering book for kids! We're going to give you a fun behind the scenes look at Express Yourself, and I think you're going to be super impressed by this smart, funny kiddo of mine!
Turning Your Hobby Into a Business: Part 2
October 19, 2018 04:00 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBLet's tackle the last two questions about taking your creative passion and using it to generate income! In this episode, we'll look at some reasons to sell your art as well as some tips for physical vs. online sales.
Turning Your Hobby Into a Business: Part 1
October 16, 2018 04:00 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBEver wanted to turn your creative passion into income for yourself and your family? Let's talk through the five big questions you need to consider as you start this venture. By the time we're done this episode and the next, you'll have a business plan and be ready to start making money from your hobby.
Creativity: Yes, YOU Can!
October 11, 2018 04:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBOne of the most common things I hear people say is, "Oh, I'm just not creative." Join me as I break down the five lies we tell ourselves that keep us from making awesome things!
Hand Lettering Supply Guide
October 09, 2018 04:00 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MBAlmost every day, I'm asked about my favorite supplies for hand lettering. In this episode, I'll walk you through the basic essentials, as well as other things you'll want to invest in as you continue your lettering journey.
Creating a Crafting Space You Love
October 03, 2018 04:00 - 24 minutes - 11.5 MBGuess what! I just gave my craft room a complete overhaul! In today's episode, I'm sharing my top four tips for creating a crafting space you love.